Ethan sat in his room, playing video games. That's what he mostly spends his time on. He had his headset on that he didn't know when his mother walked in. She stood by the door for more than five minutes, calling his name but, he didn't answer. He was dedicated to finishing the game. The screen suddenly went off. He froze, wondering what happened. He immediately took off his headset when he saw his mother.He rolled his eyes and leaned on the bed. "Why are you here mom?" He asked, dropping the game pad."I'm here for you. Why else would I come here? You left home since and never came home" she said, sitting close to him.Ethan scoffed. He slipped his hands through his hair."I'm home already. I just want to be here" he said. "I know I've not been a good mother to you Ethan but trust me, I love you the same way I loved Evan""I don't think so. You're saying that because Evan is no more and you and your husband need someone to be the heir" he said. Michelle turned her face away. She
Manuel reached home that evening. He angrily took off his suit jacket and threw it on the couch. Ginny knew he was upset, seeing him like that. She turned to Ben. "Go to your room and prepare against Monday" she said. "No, you will not go to your room Ben! How dare you say that in front of father? You almost humiliated me and yourself!" Manuel yelled. Ben slipped his hands into his jacket and smacked his lips. "I don't see anything wrong in what I said father, I did the right thing saying that to grandfather" he said. Manuel growled and rushed to hit him. Ginny immediately came between them. "I won't let you hit him. You should admit he's right. Everything is over and he has been given a chance to prove himself" she said. "Prove himself? Do you think it will work? Christopher will make his son the heir, just like father made Christopher the heir years back. I was given the same fucking chance. I worked my ass off for years but, what do I get? nothing!" he yelled. Ginny remember
Chloe knew she had to keep her relationship with Matt a secret. But, she can't say no to him. She also needed a way to head out of the saloon without making them suspicious. But they were both smart to come up with a plan. .The saloon workers heard a clang and thought there was a fight going on. They stopped what they were doing and turned their head. "I don't fucking know who you are! Leave me" she yelled. Matt went after her, making pretence plea. "I'm sorry Chloe. Just accept me" he said. She turned to the people. "He's just a crazy fan" she said and left. He cried and ran after her. "Chloe is just too popular. I wish I had stalkers like that""Yeah, me too" the other one added, biting her lower lips. Matt secretly ran behind where her car was. They both got into the car and drove off to Chris's penthouse. It was where Ethan always hang out, but now that he was back at the manor, it was free.She stopped the car and alighted from it. She ran to him and wrapped her hands ar
Ben was on his way to his office when he bumped into someone. She fell and the paper she was holding fell. She immediately got up to pick them. Ben wanted to yell at her but, she stood up and slowly tucked her hair behind her ear. "I'm so sorry" she said. He blinked repeatedly. "No, I'm sorry. It's my fault" he said, when he knew it was totally her fault. She smiled weirdly. "Thank you. I'll be on my way now" she said and wanted to leave. He stood right in front of her, stopping her from leaving. "I'm Ben" he said. "I know who you are, I'm Gwen" she said. "Gwen, beautiful name. You seem young to be working here" he said. "I know, I'm just an intern. I need to get a job before college" she said. "Oh, of course " he saidShe chuckled softly and peeped at her wrist watch. "I need to go. I'll be late" she said and rushed to the elevator, pushing the button. "Where can I find you?" He yelled as she ran away. "Um...the planning department!" She yelled and entered the elevator. B
Ethan was done in the bathroom. He walked out with a towel wrapped around his waist. He was using another towel to dry his wet hair when he saw his father seated on his couch. He almost shrieked in fear but, he decided to remain cool. "What are you doing here father?" He asked. "I came to talk to you" Christopher replied. Ethan walked to his closest and swiftly find something to wear. He walked out and sat opposite his father. He has never had any heart to heart conversation with his father and he was hoping not to have one tonight.But, remembering what Wilson told him about what he went through in the hands of Manuel, he would listen to him. "Tell me father, what do you have to say? I need to sleep. I have a busy day ahead of tomorrow" he said. Christopher leaned forward, resting his elbows on his knees."I know that I haven't been a good father to you Ethan, but I have my reasons. My father did the same to me. I was left alone. He didn't care...""Your father? You mean, grand
Christopher's driver pulled over in front of a building. He gently alighted and looked around. He didn't want to be noticed. He peeped at his driver. "Drive around and meet me here in thirty minutes" he said. "Yes sir" he said and drove off. Christopher gathered his courage and walked in. He was here to meet the detective that was going to find the person who murdered Evan. No one was going to change his mind and tell him everything was an accident. He went to a room in the hotel and knocked. The man came and opened the door. He bowed his head in respect. "I'm detective Jones" he said, stretching his hand. Christopher took his hand. "It's nice to meet you" Christopher said. "It's an honour to be in front of the richest man in the world" he said. Christopher smiled weirdly and sat down. The man poured some tea for him. "I'll get straight to the point since I don't want to waste your time. You must have heard the death of my son" Christopher said. "Yes, I did. May his soul res
Ben happily left Gwen and head to his office. He started planning on how he was going to sleep with her and where they should meet. He knew that the Croydon company has hotels and clubs everywhere. He wondered. He opened the office door and looked around, there was no sign of Peter anywhere. All he found was a box, a red box. "Peter?" He called out. He kept looking around because it was starting to get creepy. "Peter?" He called again and this time, he was closer to the table. He placed the cup of coffee on the table and looked at the box. He slowly touched the cap of the cap and wanted to open it. He immediately heard something sparking behind him. He turned his head and saw something burning from behind. He fell on the floor and dragged himself to the corner of the office. It was burning and it was starting to turn to fire. He started sweating and murmuring words. He rocked himself slowly while the fire kept burning at the corner of his office. Peter immediately walked closer t
Wilson drove off to his house while Ethan entered into the house. The butler opened the door for him. "Thank you" he said. The man smiled. Ethan saw his sister, Kelly, dragging a luggage down the stairs. "Shouldn't you get a guard or someone to help with that?" Ethan asked. Kelly saw Ethan behind her and sighed deeply."I didn't see you there. Shouldn't you help me or something?" She asked in response. Ethan rolled his eyes. He wanted to leave his sister but, he just helped her drag the huge luggage down the stairs. They reached the last floor. Ethan stopped to catch his breath. "What's in this?" He asked. "Clothes, make up, jewelleries... Other stuff" she said, looking confused. "Where are you going with those stuff?" He asked. "Oh, it's not mine...""It's mine!" Chloe said from upstairs. Ethan shook his head in disappointment. "I should have known it was yours" he mumbled She was dressed fully, ready to leave. She had her sunglasses on."Thanks for helping me little broth
Few weeks back...At the orphanage, before Evan's death. He left home, heading to the orphanage as usual. He always spend his Saturday there, with the children. The driver took him there and left. Evan didn't leave the orphanage home till it was late in the evening. He was by the gate, waiting for his driver when he heard the explosion. He rushed in and was lucky that no one was close to the kitchen. He helped everyone out. That was when Ben sneaked out of the orphanage home, together with the kids. He was hurt and his clothes were already burnt. He rushed to his car, coughing hard. He took off his jacket and his half burnt shirt.Evan went in, still looking for some kids. He checked the whole rooms, covering his mouth, careful not to inhale any smoke. He was running out of breath and he didn't find any more kids, so he rushed to the emergency door. He was trying to open it because it could only be open from the inside. The door finally open.Immediately, he stepped out, someone kick
It was noon already. Guests from different families, different backgrounds, different countries came to the manor. The hall was big enough to contain a hundred guests and that was the limit. Mr Croydon said he didn't want anything more than that. He wasn't interested in flaunting his money by throwing huge parties.Christopher entered his father's room to bring him out for his birthday. He saw his father getting ready in front of the mirror. He didn't wear a suit. He was shocked to see his father wearing a shirt with a designer knee length short. He added a chain and glasses, with a pair of sneakers.Christopher shot his mouth wide open from the moment he walked in. "Father! Why on earth would you wear that?""I'm getting old already. I'm tired of the suits and corporate wears" he replied. "I understand but this? Governors and some important people are down there""Great, I won't be noticed at all" Mr Croydon replied.Christopher groaned in frustration. "You know my birthday isn't
For several hours, Kelly has been with James. She has been laughing out her ass as he told her some jokes. James just watched her silently with a cute smile on his face. "You know, I really enjoy spending time with you. It's like I can stay here the entire night with you" he said. The look on her face vanished immediately. She was feeling guilty. "I should tell you something James" she started. "You don't have to say anything" he replied. "No, I can't hide it anymore. I don't want to fool you. I'm not Chloe. I'm her twin sister, Kelly" Kelly said and dragged down her wig. "I'm sorry for lying to you the entire time. My brother...""Kelly" James called out. She stopped ranting and kept mute. "I know you were Kelly even before I arrived here" "What?" Kelly was confused. If he knew she was Kelly, why has he been calling her Chloe and acting like he doesn't know? James poured some wine into the glasses. "Chloe is with my father right now, shooting a movie""Oh, busted" she folde
The next day, Kelly was dressed up as Chloe. Ethan even helped her pick the perfect outfit. Wilson already set up the fancy dinner at the penthouse. "The wig is itching" Kelly scratched her head. "You look like Chloe. You just have to add badass to your character" "I really can't do that part" Kelly replied. "Whatever, just act like you're really a model" he said. "Yes sir" Kelly rolled her eyes. Ethan checked his wrist watch. "Uh, I'll have to go pick him up in an hour. You should go wait in the penthouse""Okay" Kelly replied. Ethan ran out of the room and almost bumped into Hazel. Kelly saw Ethan's phone on the table and rushed out to give it to him. "Oh hey Ethan. I was looking for you" Hazel said, throwing her hair to the back. "Oh, hey! I saw some event planner with your mother. What's happening?""Oh, my grandpa's birthday. It's going to be splendid. If you don't want to attend, you can..." He stopped when the door opened and Kelly walked out, dressed like Chloe. Ha
Peter rushed into Ben's office and banged his hand on the table, while Ben laughed at the screen of his phone. "It's been two days and we haven't gotten James TD. We have to do something!" He yelled. Ben didn't even bulge. He just kept staring at the screen of his phone. "Ben!" Peter yelled. Ben turned and gaze at Peter. "It's your fucking duty Peter. If my father finds out that you haven't gotten the bloody ass James TD, he'll fire you. All he'll do to me is yell at me" Ben rolled his eyes. "What?" Peter looked surprised. The door flew wide open and Manuel walked in. "Mr Manuel!" Peter bowed. Ben saw his father and rushed to him. "Father!" He said. Before Ben could reach his father, he slapped him hard on the cheek. Manuel growled angrily. "F..father?" He called out. "You are a disgrace! How dare you! This is the last chance for you to prove yourself!""I'm trying my best father" Ben said. "I don't see your best. Ethan has gotten Hazel Morgan already...""Impossible!" He
Wilson barged into Ethan's office, holding some files. He dropped them on the table and stopped to catch his breath. Since morning, he has been working non stop. He also has to be careful since the recorder was still on, under the desk. "These are the files you requested for" "Thank you. You can take a break" he said. "But, how do you intend on contacting those models? It's so difficult" Wilson asked. "I'll handle it. I'll find a way" Ethan sighed."I'll be outside if you need anything" he said. "Sure" he replied. Ethan leaned back and started thinking. "How do I get those people to work for me?" He asked himself. He's aware that the team has sent them an email but, they chose to ignore it. They are indirectly ignoring the offer. "There must be a way" he clenched his fist. .."Since the idea was to steal Ethan's idea, you have to keep stealing it. Get those models to work for you. He hasn't gotten them yet" Peter said to Ben. He just sat on his chair, jerking it right to l
Everyone got to the house after dropping Gwen's grandmother at the hospital. It was a long ride. Michelle helped her move into her new room. "Again, I welcome you to the Croydon's manor" she said. Gwen smiled. "Thanks ma'am. I promise to leave after all is over""Oh, it's okay. You can stay here. I'm sure Ethan will be happy" Michelle said. Gwen just lowered her head and blushed secretly. "You have access to a balcony and also to the kitchen. You have access to everywhere just don't go to Christopher's office" "Of course ma'am"Michelle said and wanted to leave. She remembered something. "Don't say a word about the investigation to Ethan. I don't want him to get worried""I won't" Michelle placed a hand on her shoulder and finally left. He went to the lobby where Christopher and detective Jones were. "Ben or his father?" Detective Jones asked Christopher.She walked in, hearing that question. "Ginny didn't give me the details but, she told me that Ben came home badly hurt a
Ethan gently dragged Gwen to the kitchen and helped her with her burnt finger. Gwen didn't expect that type of help from her boss. She just kept smiling and looking at him. She gripped the tip of her gown, thinking of how to thank him for last night. She knew that if he hadn't come on time, Ben would have tried to hurt her or even do the unthinkable."Thank you for saving me from your cousin, Ethan" she finally spoke. "I did what I had to do, as your boss" he replied, without looking at her. Gwen felt awkward. "I know your mom didn't know you were my boss and she thought I was your girlfriend..." He let go of her hand. "Well, she's wrong. I apologize for that. You're not my girlfriend, you're just an employee of mine and it's my duty to save my employees. There's nothing between us Gwen. You don't need to feel comfortable around me" he said and walked away. Gwen gazed at her finger and left after him. She went back to the dinning table and ate silently. She watched as Mr and Mr
Gwen arrived at the club already. She stood in front, seeing the naked ladies and other men hooking up and smooching in front. She squeezed her face in disgust as it made her remember her former boss who gave her a job in exchange for her body. She bit her lower lips and clenched her fist. "It's not new to you Gwen. If he asks for it, give it to him" she said to herself and walked in. She walked pass the huge men by the door. One of the stopped her and check a picture on his phone. "She's the one" he said. "I'll take her to him!" The second one added and stretched his hand. "This way, miss" he said. "Huh?" Gwen asked. "He has been waiting for you" he said. It was then Gwen knew they were talking about Ben. She wore a fake smile and entered into the club. The loud music enveloped her. The sight of naked ladies dancing on poles, exposing their tits and bare ass to the men who were getting tempted to touch them. She took her gaze off their body and walked up the stairs till she